Siemens RF670 User Manual

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SIMATIC Sensors

RFID systems SIMATIC RF600

System Manual

06/2010

J31069-D0171-U001-A10-7618

Introduction	1

Safety Information	2

System overview	3

RF600 system planning	4

Readers	5

Antennas	6

Transponder/tags	7

Integration into networks	8

System diagnostics	9

Accessories	10

Appendix	A

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Legal information

Warning notice system

This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are graded according to the degree of danger.

DANGER

indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.

WARNING

indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.

CAUTION

with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.

CAUTION

without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.

NOTICE

indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into account.

If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be used.Anoticewarningofinjurytopersonswithasafetyalertsymbolmayalsoincludeawarningrelatingtoproperty damage.

Qualified Personnel

The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation for the specific task, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Qualified personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products/systems.

Proper use of Siemens products

Note the following:

WARNING

Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems. The permissible ambient conditions must be adhered to. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.

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Disclaimer of Liability

We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions.

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1	Introduction.................................................................................................................................................		13
	1.1	Preface........................................................................................................................................	13
	1.2	Navigating in the system manual.................................................................................................	14
2	Safety Information......................................................................................................................................		15
	2.1	General safety instructions..........................................................................................................	15
	2.2	Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600 system...	16
	2.3	Safety distance to transmitter antenna........................................................................................	17
	2.3.1	Safety distance between transmitter antenna and personnel.....................................................	17
	2.3.2	Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI..............................................................	18
	2.3.3	Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)....................................................	19
3	System overview........................................................................................................................................		21
	3.1	RF System SIMATIC RF600.......................................................................................................	21
	3.1.1	Application areas of RF600.........................................................................................................	23
	3.1.2	System components (hardware/software)...................................................................................	23
	3.1.3	Features......................................................................................................................................	25
4	RF600 system planning..............................................................................................................................		29
	4.1	Overview......................................................................................................................................	29
	4.2	Possible system configurations...................................................................................................	29
	4.2.1	Scenario for incoming goods.......................................................................................................	29
	4.2.2	Scenario for material handling control.........................................................................................	31
	4.2.3	Scenario for workpiece identification...........................................................................................	33
	4.2.4	Scenario for Intra logistics...........................................................................................................	34
	4.2.5	Scenario for outgoing goods........................................................................................................	36
	4.3	Antenna configurations................................................................................................................	38
	4.3.1	Antenna configuration example...................................................................................................	38
	4.3.2	Possibilities and application areas for antenna configurations....................................................	39
	4.3.3	Tag orientation in space..............................................................................................................	43
	4.3.4	Specified minimum and maximum spacing of antennas.............................................................	44
	4.3.5	Mutual interference of readers (antennas)..................................................................................	46
	4.3.6	Reading range.............................................................................................................................	46
	4.3.7	Operation of several readers within restricted space..................................................................	46
	4.3.7.1	Dense Reader Mode...................................................................................................................	46
	4.3.7.2	Optimizing tag reading accuracy.................................................................................................	48

4.3.7.3Optimization of robustness of tag data accesses for readers that are operated simultaneously49

4.3.7.4	Frequency hopping......................................................................................................................	50
4.3.7.5	Listen before talk.........................................................................................................................	51
4.4	Environmental conditions for transponders/tags.........................................................................	51
4.4.1	Basic rules...................................................................................................................................	51
4.5	The response of electromagnetic waves in the UHF band..........................................................	51
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4.5.1	The effect of reflections and interference....................................................................................	51
4.5.2	Influence of metals......................................................................................................................	52
4.5.3	Influence of liquids and non-metallic substances........................................................................	52
4.5.4	Influence of external components................................................................................................	53
4.6	Regulations applicable to frequency bands.................................................................................	53
4.6.1	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe........................................................................	54
4.6.1.1	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe (ETSI EN 302 208 V1.2.1).............................	54
4.6.1.2	Regulations for frequency bands according to EN 300 220 (short range device).......................	55
4.6.1.3	Partial abrogation of the regulations for France..........................................................................	55
4.6.1.4	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe (ETSI EN 302 208 V1.1.2).............................	57
4.6.2	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in China..........................................................................	58
4.6.3	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Thailand......................................................................	59
4.6.4	Regulations for UHF frequency bands in the USA......................................................................	60
4.7	Operation of RF600 readers according to EN 302208 V1.2.1 and EN 302208 V1.1.1...............	60
4.7.1	Validity of the standards..............................................................................................................	60

4.7.2Disturbances when operating readers according to ETSI EN V1.1.1 and V1.2.1 in mixed mode61

	4.7.3	Preventing interference in mixed operation .................................................................................	62
	4.7.3.1	Mixed operation - dense mode ....................................................................................................	63
	4.7.3.2	Preventing interference in mixed operation .................................................................................	64
	4.7.3.3	Example 1: Recommended channel assignment mixed operation ..............................................	65
	4.7.3.4	Example 2: Recommended channel assignment mixed operation ..............................................	66
	4.7.4	Possible causes of error ..............................................................................................................	67
	4.8	Guidelines for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ....................................................................	69
	4.8.1	Overview ......................................................................................................................................	69
	4.8.2	What does EMC mean? ..............................................................................................................	70
	4.8.3	Basic rules ...................................................................................................................................	71
	4.8.4	Propagation of electromagnetic interference ...............................................................................	72
	4.8.5	Prevention of interference sources ..............................................................................................	75
	4.8.6	Equipotential bonding ..................................................................................................................	76
	4.8.7	Cable shielding ............................................................................................................................	77
5	Readers	......................................................................................................................................................	79
	5.1	RF620R reader ............................................................................................................................	80
	5.1.1 ...................................................................................................................................	Description	80
	5.1.1.1 ...............................................................................................................................	Ordering data	81
	5.1.1.2 ..............................................................................................................................	Status display	82
	5.1.1.3 .......................................................................................	Pin assignment of the RS422 interface	83
	5.1.1.4 ......................................................................................	Pin assignment of the connecting cable	83
	5.1.1.5 .................................................................................................................	Grounding connection	84
	5.1.2 ....................................................................................................................	Planning application	84
	5.1.2.1 ............................................................................	Minimum mounting clearances of two readers	84
	5.1.2.2 ..........................................................................................	Antenna diagram for RF620R (ETSI)	85
	5.1.2.3 ...........................................................................................	Antenna diagram for RF620R (FCC)	88
	5.1.2.4 .............................................................................	Interpretation of directional radiation patterns	91
	5.1.2.5 ...............................................................................................	Antenna/read point configurations	91
	5.1.3 .......................................................................................................................	Installing/Mounting	91
	5.1.3.1 ..............................................................................................................	Mounting/Installing FCC	92
	5.1.4 .............................................................................................................	Configuration/integration	93
	5.1.4.1 ................................................................................................................	Transmission protocols	94
	5.1.5 .............................................................................................................................	Technical data	94
	5.1.5.1 ..........................................................................................................................	Mechanical data	94
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5.1.5.2	Technical data according to EPC and ISO..................................................................................	95
5.1.5.3	Maximum number of readable tags.............................................................................................	96
5.1.6	Dimension drawings....................................................................................................................	97
5.1.7	Certificates and approvals...........................................................................................................	97
5.1.7.1	FCC, IC-FCB approval and UL certification.................................................................................	98
5.1.7.2	FCC information..........................................................................................................................	98
5.2	RF630R reader............................................................................................................................	99
5.2.1	Description...................................................................................................................................	99
5.2.1.1	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	100
5.2.1.2	Status display............................................................................................................................	101
5.2.1.3	Pin assignment of the RS422 interface.....................................................................................	102
5.2.1.4	Pin assignment of the connecting cable....................................................................................	103
5.2.1.5	Grounding connection...............................................................................................................	104
5.2.2	Planning application..................................................................................................................	104
5.2.2.1	Minimum mounting clearances of two antennas of different readers........................................	104
5.2.2.2	Antenna/read point configurations.............................................................................................	104
5.2.3	Installing/Mounting.....................................................................................................................	105
5.2.3.1	Mounting/Installation..................................................................................................................	105
5.2.4	Configuration/integration...........................................................................................................	106
5.2.4.1	Transmission protocols..............................................................................................................	107
5.2.5	Technical data...........................................................................................................................	107
5.2.5.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	107
5.2.5.2	Technical data according to EPC and ISO................................................................................	109
5.2.5.3	Maximum number of readable tags...........................................................................................	110
5.2.6	Dimension drawings..................................................................................................................	111
5.2.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	112
5.2.7.1	FCC information........................................................................................................................	112
5.2.7.2	IC-FCB information....................................................................................................................	113
5.3	RF670R reader..........................................................................................................................	114
5.3.1	Description.................................................................................................................................	114
5.3.1.1	Overview....................................................................................................................................	114
5.3.1.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	115
5.3.1.3	Status display............................................................................................................................	117
5.3.1.4	Pin assignment of the digital I/O interface.................................................................................	118
5.3.1.5	Connection scheme for the digital I/O interface.........................................................................	118
5.3.1.6	Pin assignment for power supply...............................................................................................	123
5.3.1.7	Pin assignment for Industrial Ethernet interface........................................................................	124
5.3.1.8	Grounding connection...............................................................................................................	125
5.3.2	Planning the use........................................................................................................................	125
5.3.2.1	Firmware and software compatibility.........................................................................................	125
5.3.2.2	Antenna/read point configurations.............................................................................................	126
5.3.3	Installing / mounting...................................................................................................................	126
5.3.4	Configuration/integration...........................................................................................................	127
5.3.4.1	Configuration.............................................................................................................................	127
5.3.5	Technical data...........................................................................................................................	128
5.3.5.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	128
5.3.5.2	Technical data according to EPC and ISO................................................................................	130
5.3.6	Dimension drawings..................................................................................................................	131
5.3.6.1	Dimension drawings..................................................................................................................	131
5.3.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	132
5.3.7.1	CE mark.....................................................................................................................................	132
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	5.3.7.2	FCC, IC - FCB approval and UL certification ...............................................................................	132
	5.3.7.3	FCC information ........................................................................................................................	132
	5.3.7.4	IC - FCB information ....................................................................................................................	133
	5.4	RF660R reader ..........................................................................................................................	133
	5.4.1	Description .................................................................................................................................	133
	5.4.1.1	Ordering data .............................................................................................................................	134
	5.4.1.2	Design of the RF660R reader ....................................................................................................	136
	5.4.1.3	Status displays ..........................................................................................................................	137
	5.4.1.4	Pin assignment of the serial interfaces ......................................................................................	138
	5.4.1.5	Pin assignment and connections of the digital I/O interface ......................................................	139
	5.4.1.6	Pin assignment of the connecting cable ....................................................................................	140
	5.4.1.7	Power supply .............................................................................................................................	141
	5.4.1.8	Grounding connection ...............................................................................................................	142
	5.4.2	Planning application ..................................................................................................................	142
	5.4.2.1	Increasing the probability of identification for tags - Antenna switching ....................................	143
	5.4.3	Installation /Mounting .................................................................................................................	144
	5.4.4	Configuration/integration ..........................................................................................................	144
	5.4.4.1	Configuration .............................................................................................................................	144
	5.4.4.2	Transmission protocols ..............................................................................................................	146
	5.4.5	Technical specifications .............................................................................................................	146
	5.4.5.1	Mechanical data ........................................................................................................................	146
	5.4.5.2	Technical data according to EPC and ISO ................................................................................	147
	5.4.6	Dimension drawings ..................................................................................................................	149
	5.4.7	Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................	150
	5.4.7.1	CE mark .....................................................................................................................................	150
	5.4.7.2	FCC information ........................................................................................................................	150
	5.4.7.3	IC - FCB information ....................................................................................................................	151
6	Antennas	..................................................................................................................................................	153
	6.1	Overview ....................................................................................................................................	153
	6.2	RF620A antenna .......................................................................................................................	154
	6.2.1 .................................................................................................................................	Description	154
	6.2.2 .............................................................................................................................	Ordering data	155
	6.2.3 ..........................................................................................................	Installation and assembly	156
	6.2.3.1 ............................................................................................................	RF620A mounting types	156
	6.2.4 ........................................................................................	Connecting an antenna to the reader	156
	6.2.4.1 ....................................................................................................................................	Overview	156
	6.2.4.2 ................................................................................................	Connecting RF620A to RF670R	157
	6.2.4.3 ................................................................................................	Connecting RF620A to RF630R	157
	6.2.4.4 ................................................................................................	Connecting RF620A to RF660R	158
	6.2.5 .................................................................................	Alignment of transponders to the antenna	158
	6.2.6 ..................................................................................	Parameterization of RF620A for RF660R	161
	6.2.7 .......................................................................................................................	Antenna patterns	163
	6.2.7.1 ................................................................................................................	Antenna pattern ETSI	163
	6.2.7.2 .................................................................................................................	Antenna pattern FCC	166
	6.2.7.3 ...........................................................................	Interpretation of directional radiation patterns	168
	6.2.8 .....................................................................................................................	Read/write ranges	169
	6.2.9 ...........................................................................................................................	Technical data	173
	6.2.10 ....................................................................................................................	Dimension drawing	174
	6.2.11 .............................................................................................................	Approvals & certificates	174
	6.2.11.1 .....................................................................................................................................	CE mark	174
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	6.2.11.2	FCC approvals...........................................................................................................................	175
	6.3	RF660A antenna.......................................................................................................................	175
	6.3.1	RF660A description...................................................................................................................	175
	6.3.2	Antenna pattern.........................................................................................................................	177
	6.3.3	Interpretation of directional radiation patterns...........................................................................	179
	6.3.4	Installation and assembly..........................................................................................................	180
	6.3.5	Connecting an antenna to a reader...........................................................................................	180
	6.3.6	Technical specifications.............................................................................................................	181
	6.4	Guidelines for selecting RFID UHF antennas............................................................................	181
	6.4.1	Note safety information..............................................................................................................	181
	6.4.2	Preconditions for selecting RFID UHF antennas.......................................................................	182
	6.4.3	General application planning.....................................................................................................	182
	6.4.3.1	Overview of the total SIMATIC RF600 system and its influencing factors................................	182
	6.4.3.2	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	183
	6.4.3.3	General procedure.....................................................................................................................	183
	6.4.4	Antennas...................................................................................................................................	185
	6.4.4.1	Types of antenna and properties...............................................................................................	185
	6.4.4.2	Antenna parameters..................................................................................................................	185
	6.4.5	Antenna cables..........................................................................................................................	196
	6.4.5.1	Selection criteria........................................................................................................................	196
	6.4.5.2	Notes on use.............................................................................................................................	197
	6.4.6	Overview of parameterization of RF600 reader.........................................................................	198
	6.4.7	Application example..................................................................................................................	198
	6.5	Mounting types..........................................................................................................................	200
	6.5.1	Overview....................................................................................................................................	200
	6.5.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	200
	6.5.3	Mounting with antenna mounting plate......................................................................................	201
	6.5.4	Mounting with antenna mounting kit..........................................................................................	203
7	Transponder/tags.....................................................................................................................................		205
	7.1	Overview....................................................................................................................................	205
	7.1.1	Tags in different sizes and types...............................................................................................	205
	7.1.2	Mode of operation of transponders/tags....................................................................................	205
	7.1.3	Transponder classes and generations......................................................................................	206
	7.1.4	Electronic Product Code (EPC).................................................................................................	209
	7.2	SIMATIC RF630L Smartlabel....................................................................................................	210
	7.2.1	Features....................................................................................................................................	210
	7.2.2	Minimum spacing between labels..............................................................................................	211
	7.2.3	Memory configuration for smart labels with MLFBs -00, -01, -02..............................................	212
	7.2.4	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	212
	7.2.5	Memory configuration for smart labels with MLFB -03..............................................................	213
	7.2.6	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	214
	7.2.7	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	216
	7.2.8	Technical data...........................................................................................................................	216
	7.2.9	Dimension drawings..................................................................................................................	218
	7.3	SIMATIC RF680L Smartlabel....................................................................................................	220
	7.3.1	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	220
	7.3.2	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	220
	7.3.3	Features....................................................................................................................................	220
	7.3.4	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	221
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7.3.5	Minimum spacing between labels..............................................................................................	222
7.3.6	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	223
7.3.7	Technical data...........................................................................................................................	226
7.3.7.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	226
7.3.7.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	226
7.3.7.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	227
7.3.7.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	227
7.4	SIMATIC RF610T......................................................................................................................	227
7.4.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	227
7.4.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	228
7.4.3	Safety instructions for the device/system..................................................................................	228
7.4.4	Minimum spacing between labels..............................................................................................	229
7.4.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	230
7.4.6	Technical data...........................................................................................................................	233
7.4.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	233
7.4.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	233
7.4.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	234
7.4.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	234
7.4.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	234
7.4.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	235
7.5	SIMATIC RF620T......................................................................................................................	235
7.5.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	235
7.5.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	236
7.5.3	Planning the use........................................................................................................................	237
7.5.3.1	Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers............................................................	237
7.5.3.2	Directional radio pattern of the transponder on non-metallic surfaces......................................	237

7.5.3.3Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on metal. 240

7.5.3.4	Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates.....................................................	240
7.5.3.5	Influence of conducting walls on the reading range..................................................................	241
7.5.3.6	Directional radio pattern of the transponder on metallic surfaces.............................................	243
7.5.3.7	Reading range when mounted on ESD carrier materials..........................................................	244
7.5.3.8	Communication with multiple transponders...............................................................................	246
7.5.4	Mounting instructions.................................................................................................................	246
7.5.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	248
7.5.6	Technical Specifications............................................................................................................	249
7.5.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	249
7.5.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	249
7.5.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	250
7.5.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	250
7.5.6.5	Chemical resistance of the transponder RF620T......................................................................	251
7.5.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	254
7.5.7.1	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	254
7.5.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	255
7.6	SIMATIC RF630T......................................................................................................................	256
7.6.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	256
7.6.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	257
7.6.3	Planning application..................................................................................................................	257

7.6.3.1Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on metal. 257

7.6.3.2	Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates	.....................................................259
7.6.3.3	Influence of conducting walls on the reading range..................................................................	260
7.6.3.4	Directional radiation pattern of the transponder........................................................................	262
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7.6.4	Mounting instructions.................................................................................................................	263
7.6.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	264
7.6.6	Technical specifications.............................................................................................................	267
7.6.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	267
7.6.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	267
7.6.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	268
7.6.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	268
7.6.6.5	Chemical resistance of the transponder....................................................................................	268
7.6.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	270
7.6.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	271
7.7	SIMATIC RF640T......................................................................................................................	271
7.7.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	271
7.7.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	272
7.7.3	Planning the use........................................................................................................................	273

7.7.3.1Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on metal. 273

7.7.3.2	Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates.....................................................	273
7.7.3.3	Influence of conducting walls on the reading range..................................................................	274
7.7.3.4	Directional radiation pattern of the transponder........................................................................	276
7.7.3.5	Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers............................................................	277
7.7.3.6	Use of the transponder in the Ex protection area......................................................................	277
7.7.3.7	Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for gases...............................................................	278
7.7.3.8	Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for dusts................................................................	279
7.7.4	Mounting instructions.................................................................................................................	279
7.7.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	281
7.7.6	Technical Specifications............................................................................................................	282
7.7.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	282
7.7.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	282
7.7.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	283
7.7.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	283
7.7.6.5	Chemical resistance of the RF640T transponder......................................................................	284
7.7.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	286
7.7.7.1	Manufacturer's declaration RF640T UHF Tool Tag Version 1..................................................	286
7.7.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	287
7.8	SIMATIC RF640T Gen 2...........................................................................................................	287
7.8.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	287
7.8.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	289
7.8.3	Planning the use........................................................................................................................	289

7.8.3.1Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on metal. 289

7.8.3.2	Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates	.....................................................290
7.8.3.3	Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers............................................................	291
7.8.3.4	Influence of conducting walls on the reading range..................................................................	292
7.8.3.5	Directional radiation pattern of the transponder........................................................................	293
7.8.3.6	Use of the transponder in the Ex protection area......................................................................	295
7.8.3.7	Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for gases...............................................................	295
7.8.3.8	Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for dusts................................................................	296
7.8.4	Mounting instructions.................................................................................................................	297
7.8.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	298
7.8.6	Technical Specifications............................................................................................................	301
7.8.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	301
7.8.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	301
7.8.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	302
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7.8.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	302
7.8.6.5	Chemical resistance of the RF640T Gen 2 transponder...........................................................	303
7.8.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	305
7.8.7.1	Manufacturer's declaration RF640T Gen 2 UHF Tool Tag Version 1........................................	305
7.8.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	306
7.9	SIMATIC RF680T......................................................................................................................	306
7.9.1	Characteristics...........................................................................................................................	306
7.9.2	Ordering data.............................................................................................................................	307
7.9.3	Planning the use........................................................................................................................	308
7.9.3.1	Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers............................................................	308
7.9.3.2	Directional radiation pattern of the transponder on non-metallic surfaces................................	309

7.9.3.3Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on metal. 311

	7.9.3.4	Reading range when mounted on plane metallic carrier plates................................................	312
	7.9.3.5	Influence of conducting walls on the reading range..................................................................	312
	7.9.3.6	Directional radiation pattern of the transponder on metallic surfaces.......................................	314
	7.9.4	Mounting instructions.................................................................................................................	316
	7.9.5	Memory configuration................................................................................................................	317
	7.9.6	Technical specifications.............................................................................................................	320
	7.9.6.1	Mechanical data........................................................................................................................	320
	7.9.6.2	Electrical data............................................................................................................................	320
	7.9.6.3	Memory specifications...............................................................................................................	320
	7.9.6.4	Environmental conditions..........................................................................................................	321
	7.9.6.5	Chemical resistance of the RF680T transponder......................................................................	321
	7.9.7	Certificates and approvals.........................................................................................................	322
	7.9.8	Dimension drawing....................................................................................................................	323
8	Integration into networks..........................................................................................................................		325
	8.1	Overview of parameterization of RF600 reader.........................................................................	325
	8.2	Integration in IT networks via RF-MANAGER...........................................................................	326
	8.2.1	RF-MANAGER and PC integration of the RF600 reader.........................................................	326
	8.2.1.1	Tasks of RF-MANAGER............................................................................................................	326
	8.2.1.2	RF-MANAGER components......................................................................................................	327
	8.2.1.3	Connecting principle..................................................................................................................	328
	8.2.1.4	Pin assignment for TRP-C06 interface converter......................................................................	328
	8.2.1.5	Pin assignment connector EX-42054-9-8S interface converter card.........................................	329
	8.2.1.6	Number of readers.....................................................................................................................	330
	8.3	Integration in IT networks via the user application....................................................................	330
	8.3.1	Interfacing with RF670R via XML..............................................................................................	330
	8.3.2	Interfacing with RF660R via XML..............................................................................................	330
	8.4	Integration in SIMATIC networks...............................................................................................	331
	8.4.1	RF620R/RF630R.......................................................................................................................	331
9	System diagnostics...................................................................................................................................		337
	9.1	Error messages and flash codes for RF670R...........................................................................	337
	9.2	Error messages and flash codes for RF660R...........................................................................	337
	9.3	Error messages and flash codes for RF620R/RF630R.............................................................	338
10	Accessories..............................................................................................................................................		343
	10.1	Wide-range power supply unit for SIMATIC RF systems..........................................................	343
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	10.1.1	Features ....................................................................................................................................	343
	10.1.2	Scope of supply .........................................................................................................................	344
	10.1.3	Ordering data .............................................................................................................................	344
	10.1.4	Safety Information .....................................................................................................................	344
	10.1.5	Connecting ................................................................................................................................	346
	10.1.6	Technical specifications .............................................................................................................	347
	10.1.7	Pin assignment of DC outputs and mains connection ...............................................................	348
	10.1.8	Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................	349
	10.1.9	Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................	350
A	Appendix	...................................................................................................................................................	351
	A.1	Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................	351
	A.2	National regulations ...................................................................................................................	353
	A.2.1 ...................................................................................	Exceptions for certain regions in France	353
	A.3 ......................................................................................................................	Service & Support	354
	Glossary...................................................................................................................................................		357
	Index.........................................................................................................................................................		359

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Introduction

1.1Preface

Purpose of this document

This system manual contains the information needed to plan and configure the RF600 system.

It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the system themselves and connect it with other units (automation systems, further programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.

Scope of this documentation

This documentation is valid for all supplied versions of the SIMATIC RF600 system and describes the state of delivery as of June 2010.

Conventions

The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:

●Reader, write/read device

●Tag, transponder, mobile data memory, data carrier, SmartLabel

●Communication module, interface module

Registered trademarks

SIMATIC ® is a registered trademark of the Siemens AG.

History

	Edition	Comment
	11/2005	First edition
	03/2006	2. revised edition
	04/2006	3. revised and extended edition
		Details in the technical descriptions were revised.
	06/2006	4. revised and extended edition
	07/2008	5. revised and extended edition
	11/2008	6. revised and extended edition:
		new RF620R and RF630R readers
	07/2009	7. 7th revised and extended edition:
		FCC approval RF620R/RF630R
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Edition	Comment

10/2009	8th. revised and expanded edition for multitag
	mode
12/2009	9. revised and extended edition
06/2010	10. revised and extended edition

Declaration of conformity

The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available to authorities in accordance with EC directives. Your sales representative can provide these on request.

Observance of installation guidelines

Theinstallationguidelinesandsafetyinstructionsgiveninthisdocumentationmustbefollowed during commissioning and operation.

1.2Navigating in the system manual

Structure of contents	Contents
Table of contents	Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters
Introduction	Purpose, layout and description of the important topics.
Safety Information	Refers to all the valid technical safety aspects which have to be adhered to while installing,
	commissioning and operating the product/system and with reference to statutory regulations.
System overview	Overview of all RF identification systems, system overview of SIMATIC RF600.
RF600 system planning	Information about possible applications of SIMATIC RF600, support for application planning,
	tools for finding suitable SIMATIC RF600 components.
Readers	Description of readers which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Antennas	Description of antennas which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Transponder/tags	Description of transponders which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Integration into networks	Integration of the RF600 reader to higher-level systems, control.
System diagnostics	Description of the flash codes and error codes of the reader.
Accessories	Connecting cable, wide-range power supply unit, technical data, ordering lists, dimension
	drawings
Appendix	Service and support, contact partners, training centers.
List of abbreviations	List of all abbreviations used in the document.

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2.1General safety instructions

CAUTION

Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover of this documentation.

SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN, UL and CSA. If you have questions about the admissibility of the installation in the designated environment, please contact your service representative.

CAUTION

Alterations to the devices are not permitted.

Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.

Repairs

Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel.

WARNING

Unauthorizedopeningofandimproperrepairstothedevicemayresultinsubstantialdamage to equipment or risk of personal injury to the user.

System expansion

Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other upgrades, you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your device to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed.

CAUTION

If you cause system defects by improperly installing or exchanging system expansion devices, the warranty becomes void.

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2.2 Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600 system

2.2Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600 system

Always observe the following general safety instructions before selecting a component from a different vendor:

Themanufactureracceptsnoresponsibilityforfunctionalsuitabilityorlegalimplicationsforthe installation of third-party components.

NOTICE

Loss of radio equipment approvals

Alterations to the SIMATIC RF600 devices themselves are not permitted. Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the CE, FCC, UL, CSA radio equipment approvals and the manufacturer's warranty.

Modifications to the SIMATIC RF600 system

CAUTION

Damage to the system

If you install unsuitable or unapproved extensions, you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your device to find out which system extensions may safely be installed.

CAUTION

Loss of warranty

If you cause defects on the SIMATIC RF600 system by improperly installing or exchanging system expansions, the warranty becomes void.

NOTICE

Loss of validity for type tests and certificates

SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN, UL and CSA. When using RFID components which do not belong to the RF600 range of products, the validity of all type tests as well as all certificates relevant to the RF600 are canceled: CE, FCC, UL, CSA.

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Note

User responsibility for modified product

As a user of the modified product, you accept responsibility for use of the complete RFID product comprising both SIMATIC RF600 components and third-party RFID components. This particularly applies to modification or replacement of:

●Antennas

●Antenna cables

●readers

●Power supply units with connection cables

2.3Safety distance to transmitter antenna

2.3.1Safety distance between transmitter antenna and personnel

For antenna configurations where it is possible to be briefly or constantly within the transmission range of the antennas, as in loading ramps, for example, minimum distances must be maintained.

Limits

The ICRP (International Commission of Radiological Protection) has worked out limit values for human exposure to HF fields that are also recommended by the ICNIRP (International Commission of Non Ionizing Radiological Protection). In German legislation on emissions (since 1997), the following limit values apply. These can vary according to frequency:

Frequency f [MHz]	Electrical field strength E [V/m]	Magnetic field strength H [A/m]
10 - 400	27,5	0,073
400 - 2.000	1.375 x f1/2	0.0037 x f1/2
2.000 - 300.000	61	0,16

The limit values for the 900 MHz reader antenna alternating field are thus:

Electrical field strength: E = 41.25 V/m

Magnetic field strength: H = 0.111 A/m

HF power density: E x H = 4.57 W/m2

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2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna

2.3.2Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI

Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI (EU, EFTA, Turkey)

At a transmission frequency of 900 MHz, the wavelength of the electromagnetic wave λ is approximately 0.34 m. For distances less than 1 λ in the near field, the electrical field strength diminishes exponentially to the power three over distance, and for distances greater than 1 λ, it diminishes exponentially to the power two over distance.

The horizontal line at 41.25V/m marks the "safety limit value".

For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with ETSI (2W ERP), the "safety distance" d = 0.24 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 24cm to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without interruption). Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for a brief period, even for repeated periods (at a distance < 0.24 m), is harmless according to current knowledge.

Distance to transmitter antenna [m]	Feld strength [V/m]	% of limit value
1	10	24
5	2	5

If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (2 watts ERP), the "safety distance" reduces correspondingly.

The values for this are as follows:

Radiated power ERP [W]	Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]
2,0	0,24
1,0	0,17
0,5	0,12

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Note

Reduced maximum radiated power with RF620R/RF630R readers

The SIMATIC RF620R (ETSI) reader has a maximum radiated power of 0.5 W ERP. The maximum safety distance is therefore 0.12 m.

The SIMATIC RF630R (ETSI) reader has a maximum transmitter power of 0.5 W. The radiated power therefore depends on the antenna cable and the type of antenna used, but must not exceed the 2 W ERP.

2.3.3Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)

Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)

For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with FCC (4W EIRP), the "safety distance" d = 0.26 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 26cm to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without interruption). Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for brief period, even repeated periods (at a distance < 0.26 m) is harmless to health according to current knowledge.

The horizontal line at 41.25 V/m marks the "safety limit value".

Distance to transmitter antenna [m]	Feld strength [V/m]	% of limit value
1	10,9	26
5	2,2	5,3

If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (4 watts ERP), the "safety distance" reduces correspondingly.

The values for this are as follows:

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Radiated power ERP [W]	Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]

4,0	0,26
2,0	0,185
0,8	0.1xx
0,5	0,13

Note

Reduced maximum radiated power with RF620R/RF630R readers

The SIMATIC RF620R (FCC) reader has a maximum radiated power of 0.795 W EIRP. The maximum safety distance is therefore 0.1xx m.

The SIMATIC RF630R (ETSI) reader has a maximum transmitter power of 0.5 W. The radiated power therefore depends on the antenna cable and the type of antenna used, but must not exceed the 4 W EIRP.

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System overview

3.1RF System SIMATIC RF600

SIMATIC RF600 is an identification system that operates in the UHF range. UHF technology supports large write/read distances with passive tags.

The SIMATIC RF670R reader and RF660R reader (write/read devices), fitted for example on the gate of a warehouse, automatically record every movement of goods, and signal these to the host systems. The data are filtered and compressed there by data management software at the control level in order, for example, to generate the receiving department transaction for the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system at the business administration control level. Atthesametime,thedeliverycanbeautomaticallycheckedforcorrectnessandcompleteness prior to storage by means of the electronic delivery list.

The general automation and IT structure of a company is shown in the following figure. This comprises several different levels that are described in detail below.

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Figure 3-1 System overview of SIMATIC RF600

●Acquisition level

This level contains the RFID readers that read the appropriate tag data and transfer them to the next highest level.

●Control level

At the control level , the RFID data are collected, preprocessed and presented to the production control and business administration control levels for further processing.

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●Production control

The Manufacturing Execution System (MES) closes the gap between the data that arise in the automation environment (control level) and the logistical and commercial processes of the company (business administration control). MES solutions are used, for example, for defining and performing production processes.

●Business administration control

This level covers planning and control of the equipment used. For this purpose, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Supply Chain Management (SCM) systems are used with modules for cost accounting, financial bookkeeping and personnel management.

●Global integration

Product information can be exchanged here at an inter-company level. This can be performed over the Internet with the help of special services.

3.1.1Application areas of RF600

RFID (radio frequency identification) permits interruption-free tracking and documentation of all delivered, stocked and shipped goods in the incoming goods, warehouse, production logistics and distribution departments. A small data medium - referred to as SmartLabel, transponder or tag - is attached to every item, package or pallet, and contains all important information.Thedatamediumreceivesthepoweritrequiresviaanantennawhichisalsoused for data transmission.

3.1.2System components (hardware/software)

RF600 products	Description

	Due to its compact format and high degree of protection, the RF670R reader is ideally suited
	to applications in production logistics and distribution. The integrated data processing makes
	it easier to use in complex scenarios and reduces the IT integration costs. Integration is
	performed using an XML protocol, TCP/IP and Ethernet.

Equipped with a rugged casing to the high IP 65 degree of protection and suitable for use over a wide range of temperatures, the SIMATIC RF660R reader is also a match for the demands of harsh industrial conditions in, for example, warehouses or on loading ramps.

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RF600 products	Description

	TheRF620RreadercreateswithitsconnectiontoaSIMATICcontrolleroptimumpreconditions
	for production-related application scenarios and/or production-related logistics applications by
	RFID. It has an integrated circular polarized antenna.
	.

TheRF630RreadercreateswithitsconnectiontoaSIMATICcontrolleroptimumpreconditions for production-related application scenarios and/or production-related logistics applications by RFID. It has 2 connections for external antennas.

SIMATIC RF610M expands the RF600 RF identification system with a powerful mobile reader for applications in the areas of logistics, production and service. In addition, it is an indispensable aid for startup and testing.

Also the RF660A antennas are equipped for the harsh conditions in production and logistics environments due to their high IP67 degree of protection.

Up to 4 antennas can be connected to the RF670R and RF660R readers depending on the application and up to two can be connected to the RF630R reader.

The SIMATIC RF620A is an antenna of compact, industry-standard design. It is suitable for

UHF transponders with normal (far field) antenna characteristics.

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RF600 products	Description

	The RF600 tag family offers the right solution for every application:
	The RF640T tool tag for industrial requirements is highly resistant to oils and can be directly
	mounted on metal.
	The RF620T container tag for industrial requirements is rugged and highly resistant to
	detergents.
	TheRF630LSmartLabelsmadeofplasticorpapercanbeusedinmanydifferentapplications:
	Theapplicationareasrangefromsimpleidentificationsuchaselectronicbarcodereplacement/
	supplementation,throughwarehouseanddistributionlogistics,rightuptoproductidentification.

SIMATIC RF-MANAGER manages the connected RFID readers, collects the supplied data and reduces them as required by the higher-level enterprise systems (e.g. MES/ERP).

The SIMATIC RF-MANAGER is used for configuring, commissioning and operating RFID systems. It allows you to collect RFID data, to process it and to filter it. This data can be exchangedwithanS7PLCbymeansofvariablesortransferredtoahigher-levelmanagement system.

The RF-MANAGER supports you with quick and easy creation of RFID solutions as well as theadministrationofRFIDsystemsandtheirhardwarecomponents.Theapplicationalsooffers extensive help with the preprocessing of RFID data.

3.1.3Features

The RF600 identification system has the following performance features:

RFID system RF600

Type	Contactless RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) system in the UHF band

RF670R reader
Transmission frequency	865-868 MHz (ETSI: EU; EFTA, Turkey)
	902-928 MHz (FCC: USA)
	920.125 - 924.875 MHz (FCC: CHINA)
Writing/reading range	EU, EFTA, Turkey: < X m @@@
	USA: < X m
	China: < X m
Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
Compatible data carriers	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation	Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF630L	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO card	RF610T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF620T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF630T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T (Gen 2)	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Heat-resistant tag	RF680T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2

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RF660R reader

Transmission frequency	865-868 MHz (ETSI: EU; EFTA, Turkey)
	869.5 MHz (ETSI SRD: EU, EFTA, Turkey)1)
	902-928 MHz (FCC: USA)
	920.125 - 924.875 MHz (FCC: CHINA)
Writing/reading range	EU, EFTA, Turkey: < 3.5 m
	USA: < 4 m
	China: < 4 m
Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 1
	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO 18000-6B
Compatible data carriers	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation	Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF620L	ISO 18000-6B,
		RF630L	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO card	RF610T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF620T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF630T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T	ISO 18000-6B
	Tool tag	RF640T (Gen 2)	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Heat-resistant tag	RF680T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2

1)ETSI SRD not supported by Firmware V1.3 upwards

RF620R reader

Transmission frequency	865-868 MHz (EU, EFTA, Turkey)
	902-928 MHz (USA)
	920.125 - 924.875 MHz (CHINA)
Writing/reading range	EU, EFTA, Turkey: 0.1 - 2 m
	USA: 0.1 - 2 m
	CHINA: 0.1 - 2 m
Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
Compatible data carriers	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation	Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF630L	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO card	RF610T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF620T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF630T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T (Gen 2)	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Heat-resistant tag	RF680T	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2

RF630R reader

Transmission frequency	865-868 MHz (EU, EFTA, Turkey)
	902-928 MHz (USA)
	920.125 - 924.875 MHz (CHINA)
Writing/reading range	EU, EFTA, Turkey: 0.1 - 2 m
	USA: 0.1 - 2 m
	CHINA: 0.1 - 2 m
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RF630R reader

Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
Compatible data carriers	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation		Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF630L		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO card	RF610T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF620T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF630T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T (Gen 2)		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Heat-resistant tag	RF680T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2

RF610M mobile handheld terminal
Transmission frequency	869.5 MHz (Europe SRD)
	912.5-917.4 MHz (USA)
Writing/reading range	Europe < 0.75 m
	USA < 1 m
Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO 18000-6B
Compatible data carriers	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation		Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF620L		ISO 18000-6B,
	ISO card	RF630L		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF610T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF620T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF630T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T		ISO 18000-6B
	Heat-resistant tag	RF640T (Gen 2)		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
		RF680T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2

Data carrier/tags
Version	Tags / Smart Labels	Designation		Standards supported
	Smart Labels	RF620L		ISO 18000-6B,
	ISO card	RF630L		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Container tag	RF610T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Powertrain tag	RF620T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF630T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	Tool tag	RF640T		ISO 18000-6B
	Heat-resistant tag	RF640T (Gen 2)		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
		RF680T		EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
Standards	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 1
	EPCglobal Class 1, Gen 2
	ISO 18000-6B

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Software

RF-MANAGER 2008	PC software for
	● System-wide configuration of readers
	–	RF670R
	–	RF660R
	–	RF630R
	–	RF620R
	–	RF610M
	● Management and configuration of the connected readers
	● Preprocessing and evaluation of the RFID data
	● Interfacing to the higher-level enterprise system
	● Connection to SIMATIC S7 controller
	System requirements:
	Windows XP / SP2 and higher
RF-MANAGER Basic 2010	PC software for parameterizing the RF670R reader
	System requirement:
	Windows XP, SP2 and higher
RF660R configuration	PC software for parameterizing the RF660R reader
software	System requirements:
	Windows XP / SP1 or SP2

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